JFD Cowan is a globally recognised business located in Beresfield, renowned for our strong culture built on Safety, Teamwork, and Quality.
We are an innovative and forward-thinking company specialising in the design, manufacture, and through-life support of Diving Systems, Recompression Chamber Systems, and Aviation Gas Systems for both commercial and defence clients.
Based in the Hunter Region, we are focused on an internal growth strategy with international support. Our primary location is in Beresfield, NSW, but the role may occasionally require travel to Sydney, interstate, and overseas to support our clients' systems and equipment.
About the role
JFD Cowan, a leader in manufacturing and part of the JFD Group, is seeking a motivated and experienced Production Supervisor to lead and coordinate our manufacturing and production teams. This hands‑on leadership role is critical to ensuring our operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently to meet client requirements and deadlines.
What You'll Be Doing:
Lead daily pre‑start meetings to communicate safety updates, assess workforce readiness, and allocate tasks.
Supervise and mentor Leading Hands, Tradespeople, and Apprentices to build skills and ensure quality output.
Review work orders and plan production workflows to meet specifications and deadlines.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production processes and practices.
What We're Looking For:
Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing and fabrication environment.
Strong knowledge of welding and fabrication practices.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.
Demonstrated safety leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem‑solving and time‑management abilities.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer systems.
Why work for JFD Cowan?
Join a team of people who are passionate about their job.
Opportunity to expand the role and obtain new skills and experience.
Contribute to a growing and successful business with an exciting order book.
Wellbeing programs – employee assistance programme to support you and your immediate family with counselling and support as needed.
Flexible working arrangements, including a condensed working week to support a half day every Friday.
Free on‑site parking.
How to apply
Applicants must have existing Australian work rights and ability to gain security access to Australian defence establishments. To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
Any offer of employment will be subject to a pre‑employment health screen which includes a drug and alcohol screening.
Apply through the Seek website with your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you think you're a good fit for JFD Cowan.
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